Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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